Job Description

Salary: 41,585


Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

We are seeking a People Engagement & Communications Officer to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.

Our new colleague will play a key role in enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive work environment by organising employee engagement events. Working closely with our marketing team the People Engagement & Communications Officer will play a pivotal role in enhancing our collaborative and inclusive culture.


Based predominately at our Central Team office at Jubilee High School you will be joining a group of creative and dedicated education experts and industry specialists. Bourne Education Trust is a forward thinking organisation whose mission is to transform schools and change lives.


Bourne Education Trust ('BET') is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases.


BET's strapline 'Transforming schools... changing lives' reflects our shared belief that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are committed to developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform - reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

Position:

People Engagement and Communications Officer

Location:

Jubilee High School, Addlestone KT15 1TE (travel to other Trust sites may be required)

Contract:

Permanent, full time (36 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum)

Salary:

41,585

Benefits

Generous workplace pension through LGPS (Employer contribution 18.9%) Generous holiday entitlement - 26 days plus 8 days bank holiday Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

Plan, create and coordinate captivating employee engagement campaigns and events (e.g. induction sessions, employee voice forums, and recognition programmes), ensuring they are branded, well-promoted, and visually compelling Work with the People and Marketing Teams to embed creative branding, theming, and promotional strategies into internal events so they foster pride, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging Leverage innovative marketing techniques (e.g. digital campaigns, visuals, storytelling) to energise engagement initiatives and ensure maximum visibility and participation

Requirements include:

Essential

An awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children Experience in marketing, communications or creative campaigns within an office or education environment Excellent communication skills, both written, verbal and visual - able to craft clear, compelling, and creative messaging for varied audiences

Desirable

Experience creating engaging visual, video or multimedia content

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:


Reflective, optimistic and aspirational Collaborative and innovative Committed, engaged and professional Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 26th September 2025. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Job specification

School

Bourne Education Trust

Location

School Lane, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 1TE

School type

Trust

Job Posted

12/09/2025

Role

Administration

Subject

Administration

Employment type

Full Time

Closing date

26/09/2025

Start date

ASAP

Job reference

PECO/0925